by Laurie Ohall | Jan 5, 2011 | Estate Planning
If you are a teacher, student or someone who itemizes on their tax return, don’t plan on filing your tax return early. Because Congress waited so long in passing the Tax Relief Act of 2010, the Internal Revenue Service will be not be begin processing some tax returns...
by Laurie Ohall | Dec 29, 2010 | Estate Planning, Probate, Senior Lifestyles
On December 17, 2010, President Obama signed into law the 2010 Tax Relief Act which has provisions dealing with income tax, estate tax and unemployment insurance provisions. What is important about this new law is that it is a temporary measure and, for the most...
by Laurie Ohall | Dec 27, 2010 | Elder Law, Estate Planning, Long Term Care Planning, Medicaid, Senior Lifestyles
Recently a reporter asked ElderLawAnswers founder and president, Harry S. Margolis, some questions for an article on talking with aging parents or other family members about sensitive issues such as wills, funeral arrangements, assisted living or medical treatment...
by Laurie Ohall | Dec 26, 2010 | Elder Law, Senior Lifestyles
Florida Law requires that any person who knows or suspects that a vulnerable adult has been or is being abused, neglected or exploited shall immediately report such knowledge or suspicion to the Florida Abuse Hotline on the toll-free phone number, 1-800-96-ABUSE...
by Laurie Ohall | Dec 23, 2010 | Company News
Seasons Greetings! The Law Offices of Laurie Ohall wish you and your family a safe and merry holiday season! Holiday gatherings are the perfect time to discuss basic estate planning with your loved ones. Our law office is pleased to help you begin this conversation...